Yidinyic languages facts for kids
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| Linguistic classification: | Pama–Nyungan
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The Yidinyic languages are a group of two special languages. They are part of the larger Pama–Nyungan language family found in Australia. These two languages are spoken by Aboriginal people.
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What are Yidinyic Languages?
The Yidinyic languages are a small family of languages. They were once thought to be part of the Paman group of languages. However, experts now believe they form their own separate branch. This means they are a unique part of the big Pama–Nyungan language family.
The two languages in this group are:
Different Ideas About Language Groups
Sometimes, language experts have different ideas about how languages are related. For example, a researcher named Bowern suggested in 2011 that only Yidiny should be a separate language. He thought Djabugay might still be part of the Paman group. This shows how language classification can change as new research comes out.
Djabugay Language
The Djabugay language is spoken by the Djabugay people. They live in the rainforest region of Far North Queensland, Australia. This area is near the city of Cairns. Like many Aboriginal languages, Djabugay is very important for keeping the culture and history of its speakers alive.
Yidiny Language
The Yidiny language is also from Far North Queensland, Australia. It is spoken by the Yidiny people. Their traditional lands are south of Cairns. Yidiny is known for its interesting grammar. It helps us understand how different languages can be structured.
See also
In Spanish: Lenguas yidíñicas para niños
